Status:
valid
Authors:
(Alain) H.Schaef. & S.S.Renner
Source:
ksu
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 134 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748749
Common Names
- Penelopeia sphaerica
- Round-headed Penelopeia
- Round-headed Daisy
Description
Penelopeia sphaerica (also called Round-leaved penelopeia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, native to Southeast Asia. It grows in moist and shady places, such as forests, shrubs, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Penelopeia sphaerica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Penelopeia sphaerica are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Penelopeia sphaerica can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Division in spring or autumn. Very easy, larger clumps can be replanted direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller clumps and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.
Where to Find Penelopeia sphaerica
Penelopeia sphaerica is native to China.
Penelopeia sphaerica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Penelopeia sphaerica?
Penelopeia sphaerica
What is the common name of Penelopeia sphaerica?
Spherical Penelopeia
What is the natural habitat of Penelopeia sphaerica?
Woodlands, scrub and grasslands
Species in the Penelopeia genus
Species in the Cucurbitaceae family
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Acanthosicyos horridus,
Actinostemma lobatum,
Actinostemma parvifolium,
Actinostemma tenerum,
Alsomitra macrocarpa,
Ampelosicyos humblotii,
Ampelosicyos major,
Ampelosicyos meridionalis,
Ampelosicyos scandens,
Ampelosicyos bosseri,
Ampelosicyos leandrii,
Ampelosycios meridionalis,
Ampelosycios scandens,
Apodanthera anatuyana,
Apodanthera argentea,
Apodanthera aspera,
Apodanthera biflora,
Apodanthera bradei,
Apodanthera cinerea,
Apodanthera eriocalyx,
Apodanthera fasciculata,
Apodanthera ferreyrana,
Apodanthera glaziovii,
Apodanthera hindii,
Apodanthera hirtella,
Apodanthera laciniosa,
Apodanthera linearis,
Apodanthera mandonii,
Apodanthera mathewsii,
Apodanthera palmeri,
Apodanthera sagittifolia,
Apodanthera smilacifolia,
Apodanthera succulenta,
Apodanthera tumbeziana,
Apodanthera ulei,
Apodanthera undulata,
Apodanthera villosa,
Apodanthera weberbaueri,
Apodanthera longipedicellata,
Austrobryonia argillicola,
Austrobryonia centralis,
Austrobryonia micrantha,
Austrobryonia pilbarensis,
Baijiania borneensis,
Baijiania taiwaniana,
Baijiania decipiens,
Baijiania smitinandii,
Bambekea racemosa,
Bayabusua clarkei,